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Janet Ford
Jul 26, 2008
Good advice. It's time for my husband to get a raise! -
Patricia Gilliam
Jul 16, 2008
Be sure to include any increases in work load and responsibilities over the past year where you weren't given a raise--if you're doing more, it's very reasonable to ask for more money. Personally however, I've had better luck starting my own side businesses and creating my own raises. Just depends on the type of company you work for as far as the results you're going to get.
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thebigandy
May 15, 2008
Who can't use a good raise?
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Mandrz82
Apr 30, 2008
I'll be sure to try this on my boss!
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Amy Laine
Apr 09, 2008
I have also found with bosses having to pick an chose who gets a raise, if you do not ask you shall not receive. Great Article.
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Speedy-Max
Feb 27, 2008
Great advice, thanks
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Beveronius
Feb 16, 2008
great first tip - thanks for the advice and information...good luck with the wedding....go check out my articles too - and don't forget to rate! :)
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HorseCharmer
Feb 04, 2008
Unless you have factual documentation of on the job successes you could be turned down. Great job.
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jpwhickson
Feb 02, 2008
Really super advice. Thanks.
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Cheryle Hoover Davis
Jan 23, 2008
"give the boss reasons to WANT to give you a raise" This is the BEST advice, ever! By stating the positives, rather than the negatives, your boss will be so much more willing to look at giving you a raise! Great article and great information! Thank you!
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whoknew
Jan 22, 2008
Thanks for the advice. I wish I had the guts to do this at my last job. I worked so hard for them and after 3 years just left without a raise for 3 years!!
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BarryWaite
Jan 21, 2008
Good ideas...I am talking to my new boss soon about setting pay so this articles was of interest and use to me. Thanks!
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grouch
Jan 21, 2008
Great ideas and a boss hardly has a foot to stand on if you prove what your worth.
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Linda Vaitkus
Dec 06, 2007
It is a good idea to leverage your request for a raise with some simultaneous job search. Every time I had a job offer in hand when I requested a raise, I got it 100% That is a 15% raise. If I did not get a favorable response, I stepped up my search. This helps promote your self esteem.
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Mary Ann Iman
Dec 05, 2007
The squeeky wheel gets the grease, talk with your boss. Sometimes they are so busy they can tend to forget who's doing what for them.
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Mary Ann Iman
Dec 05, 2007
The squeeky wheel gets the grease, talk with your boss. Sometimes they are so busy they can tend to forget who's doing what for them.
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Kim Marie
Dec 04, 2007
This is very good. I don't know if I like #7 altogether because it may make them feel like you are ganging up on them? Not really sure. Otherwise the steps make sense.
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Nov 22, 2005
Take a couple vacation days or a few days off. The time away will be good for you & your being away will help them notice how important you are (or aren't) & how much they need you (or don't) :-)
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Nov 22, 2005
Sandwich your request for a raise between praise of your position or the company. Tell your boss how much you enjoy working for the company. At the end of your conversation, ask for your raise. Be sure to give the company another compliment after you ask for the raise.
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Nov 22, 2005
1. If you left this company now, what would happen? 2. If your salary is increased, another company will have more difficulty getting you because they'll need to spend more.
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Nov 22, 2005
Don't be afraid to have your plan in writing when you enter their office. Use the Internet to find comparable salaries in your industry and city. Prove your marketability by listing specific examples that show your skills as they relate to your position.
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Nov 22, 2005
Strive to make yourself indispensable! If your company is interested in the efficiency of its workers, your efforts will stand out and increases will come. Don't compare yourself to other workers. Stand on your own but know you are doing your best!
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Nov 22, 2005
Prepare yourself mentally in case your request is denied. The last thing you need is a bad attitude; by maintaining a positive approach, you will probably get the raise in due time. Plus, keeping a positive approach gives you more job satisfaction.
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Nov 22, 2005
If possible, put a pencil to the value of improvements you've made to the bottom line. Some managers have short memories and need to be reminded of any indisputable additional profit generated by their employees.
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Nov 22, 2005
Respect your boss's time by not asking for a Monday morning or late Friday afternoon meeting when he/she is busiest. Ideally, an after-lunch meeting is best. Your boss is less likely to be hungry, irritable or distracted at that time.
